Saturday, July 9, 2011

Top 10 Las Vegas Buffets

This list was put together by the editors of Las Vegas Direct, your source for getting the absolute lowest hotel rates in Vegas.

Waiting in Line: Buffet lines can be long. Going early/late is a way to reduce your wait. Las Vegas tends to be a late-night crowd, so going early for brunch can often make big difference. You can also try to get a line-pass to get in front as a comp if you gamble enough, or are a valued hotel guest. Finally, tipping the hostess has been known to get people in early.

Saving Money: If you go towards the end of the lunch schedule you can sometimes stay for dinner too and will just pay lunch prices for the more expensive dinner buffets (depends on hotel policy). Going midweek will get you the lowest buffet prices. In addition, you can find great deals (50 percent off or more) if you go early in the morning for a breakfast buffet. Package deals that include free buffets are often available and offered by travel sites, such as Las Vegas Direct when you book a room.

Buffet Etiquette: Don't eat in line. Don't ever touch food with hands while in the buffet line. Always take a new fresh plate when going back for more. You should let others cut in front if you are taking a long time. Always tip the hard working servers. You can't take any food out of the restaurant.

Tipping: The buffet staff work hard clearing your plates and keeping your drinks filled, so be sure to leave a tip. $1-$3 per person is acceptable, but leave more if the service is exceptional.

Misc. Advice: Don't fill up on the first thing you see. Start out by taking very small samples of many different items. This is a great chance to experience many types of food. Once you sampled enough dishes, you can pile up on the ones you like best. Be sure to save room for dessert too, since that is often the best part! If your goal is to fill up as much as possible to get your money's worth, go easy on drinks, especially sodas, since they can fill you up fast before you even get started. The same goes with drinking too much soup. If you took an item you don't like, it is okay to just leave it on your plate, but don't be excessively wasteful or you can be charged extra. Finally, this is your chance to be a culinary chef and mix and match food items you may have only dreamed about having together. It can be a lot of fun.

24 hr Buffet Passes: Certain hotels now offer buffet passes which allow you to eat at their hotel, or a group of hotels, whenever you want for a 24 hour period. The following buffet passes are available:

Caesars Entertainment offers a 24 hr pass good at 7 different buffets - Harrah's, Flamingo, Imperial Palace, Paris Las Vegas, Rio Hotel, Caesars, and Planet Hollywood. The cost is $44.99 + tax (less if you are a Total Rewards member). You still need to wait in line for each buffet, but you can also buy an express line pass where available to skip the wait. Customers will get a wristband to allow access. Alcoholic drinks are excluded.

Luxor has one for $29.99 that includes unlimited beer and wine for an extra $10. Stratosphere has a pass that goes for $19.

Tip: Get the 24 hr buffet pass for your dinner meal and at your favorite hotel offering it (we like Caesars Palace, Planet Hollywood, and Rio). You can have an early dinner the next night at another buffet.

Free Buffets: Getting a free buffet at a hotel is one of the easier comps you can get. You can often just watch a timeshare presentation to get one. Another way is to fill out a player's card application and present it whenever you gamble, or insert them into slot machines. After a few hours of playing you can see if you qualify for a meal comp by asking the pit boss. There are promos available such as this one by Caesars Entertainment, that offer free buffet pass tickets when you book a room for 2 or more nights at any one of their many hotels (a $90 value). Las Vegas Direct often offers free buffet deals when you book a room with them.

Buffets Coupons and Promos: There are many places where you can get Las Vegas buffet coupons that can help save you some money on your trip. Just ask the hotel concierge or information desk. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority often has free information books with coupons in them. Another good source are places like eBay where people sell buffet tickets at a discount. You can also buy coupons at Groupon Las Vegas in advance for significant savings. Below are some current offers that include 2-for-1 deals and free buffets when you book a room.

Book at Bally's, Caesars, Paris, Planet H., Rio, Imperial, Flamingo, or Harrah's and get 2 FREE Buffet of Buffet Passes!
It is nearly a $90-value package inclusion, and rooms start at just $45/NIGHT!

Every Sunday Bally's Steakhouse transforms into a memorable site for Sunday brunch. From the typical breakfast fare of waffles and omelets made to order to offerings of ostrich tenderloin and Maine lobster, you will not go hungry at this buffet-style brunch or thirsty for that matter. Unlimited Perrier Jouët and Mumm champagne is served at brunch, with or without the orange juice. You will find plenty of Maine lobsters, lobster tails (you can sprinkle some caviar on them with butter sauce for a real treat), roasted crab legs, truffles, tons of oysters. giant gulf shrimp cocktails, caviar, truffles, beef tenderloin, rack of lamb, filet mignon, prime rib, and much more. Great selection of dessert items too, like chocolate truffles & peanut butter, cakes, and assorted pastries. This is paradise. The waiters even come dressed in tuxedos with white gloves. And at around $85 a person, you should be able to be both idle and indulgent. However, if you're a dedicated buffet fan, this is probably a better spree than one of the many new high-priced restaurants. It works out to less money in the long run, and you will get, for your purposes, more bang for your buck.

It's a fancy deal--linen and silver-bedecked tables, waiters to assist you if you choose--and while the variety of food isn't as massive as at regular buffets, the quality is much higher in terms of both content and execution. We're talking unlimited champagne, broiled lobster, whole main lobsters, caviar, sushi, and rotating dishes of the day (items such as monkfish with pomegranate essence, tenderloin wrapped in porcini mushroom mousse, and even ostrich). No French toast that's been sitting out for days here! Perfect for a wedding breakfast or business brunch or just a big treat; stay a long time and eat as much as you can.

The array of foods is fabulous, with one ethnic cuisine after another (Japanese, Chinese that includes unexpected buffet fare like dim sum, build-it-yourself Mexican items, and so on). There are elaborate pastas and semi-traditional Italian-style pizza from a wood-fired oven. The cold fish appetizers at each end of the line are not to be missed--scallops, smoked salmon, crab claws, shrimp, oysters, and assorted condiments. Other specialties include breast of duck and game hens. There is no carving station, but you can get the meat pre-carved. The salad bar is more ordinary, though prepared salads have some fine surprises, such as the eggplant-tofu salad and an exceptional Chinese chicken salad. Desserts, unfortunately, look better than they actually are. The Bellagio offers a "gourmet buffet" every Friday and Saturday night that includes Kobe beef, venison and buffalo. Especially good soup and bread. The lamb and king crab legs are a definite must, as is the shrimp cocktail (not the tiny shrimp, but the jumbo-sized ones).

One of our top buffet picks. Just as Mr. Wynn expects nothing but the best from his namesake hotel, you can see and taste the quality that this buffet delivers. The atmosphere is artistic and scenic, with colorful fresh flowers to match the hotel, and the service is 5-star. Let's start with the crab legs. Amazing is the best way to describe them and worth the price of admission. But there is so much more! They have excellent prime rib. The Chinese dumplings were very good for a buffet. Great sushi and salad, including a delicious Caesar salad. You will find many kinds of homemade pasta, including pumpkin ravioli and gnocchi in brown butter sauce. Wonderful curry dishes, such as chicken curry and chick peas. Other dishes of special note include scallops and coconut milk ceviche, lamb chops (perfectly done), jerk chicken, and excellent soups made with real stock, gazpacho, amazing pizzas, good Mexican food. Even their breakfast is a real special treat with apple wood smoked bacon, chicken and apple sausages, hash browns cooked to perfection, cheese blintzes, and smoked salmon.
You have to control yourself and make room for dessert. While not the star of the show, they were very good and included wonderful creme brulee, hot brownies, assorted tarts (pumpkin was our favorite), a crepe and waffle station, cookies, cakes, tiramisu, and an excellent selection of ice cream. Coffee is offered before dessert, which is a nice touch.

One of the more ambitious buffets, with a price hike to match--still, you do get, even at the higher-priced dinner, a fine assortment of food, and more value for the dollar than you are likely to find anywhere else (unless it's another buffet).
Plus, the Paris buffet is housed in the most pleasing room of the buffet bunch. It's a Disneyland-esque two-thirds replica of your classic French village clichés; it's either a charming respite from Vegas lights or it's sickening, depending on your tolerance level for such things. Buffet stations are grouped according to French regions, and though in theory entrees change daily, there do seem to be some constants, including most of the following dishes: In Brittany, you'll find things like made-to-order crepes, surprisingly good roasted duck with green peppercorn and peaches, and steamed mussels with butter and shallots. In Normandy, there's quiche and some dry bay scallops with honey cider. The carving station shows up in Burgundy, but distinguishes itself by adding options of chateaubriand sauce and cherry sauce Escoffier. Lamb stew is a possibility for Alsace, while Provence has pasta to order and a solidly good braised beef.

The salad station isn't strong on flavors, but the veggies are fresh, and there is even some domestic cheese. Pre-cracked crab legs with with melted butter (it is hard finding buffets who give you melted butter with crab) are wonderful. Excellent potatoes au gratin

You can skip the dessert station in favor of heading back to Brittany for some made-to-order crepes, but you might want to try the Bananas Foster. If you are still hungry in the morning... they also have a wonderful breakfast buffet.

Aria features steamed fresh crab legs, jumbo shrimp cocktails, lobster (on gourmet dinner nights), rack of lamb, mussels in garlic wine sauce, very tender prime rib, made-to-order pastas and omelets, sushi, pizza, and prime meats grilled and carved (including NY Strip) to your specifications. Delicious kabobs, freshly-baked naan (garlic naan was delicious) and other savory dishes are prepared in the only Tandoor Oven in a Las Vegas buffet. Their soups are all made from scratch and excellent. They have a wonderful dessert selection with gourmet pastries, cookies, flan, dulce leche, creme brulee and ice cream. Instead of regular soft serve ice cream, they have a large assortment of creamy Italian gelato. They also have a nice selection of cheesecakes, shortcakes, cream puffs and extra fancy "shooters" such as red velvet, carot cake, coconut tapioca, oreo pudding, tiramisu and more. Many of their desserts are presented in a way that you would only expect to find when ordering from a fine dining restaurant.

Definitely worth the price if for only the sushi or the lobster. They had lobster tails prepared three different ways, and I probably ate the $35 charge in lobster tails alone. Menu included salmon, swordfish, oreo dory, crab legs, and stuffed crabs to name a few of the selections. The peeled shrimp were delicious. For meat lovers, they also offer prime rib, BBQ beef ribs, and chicken dishes. To top it all off, the Village Buffet has one of Las Vegas' best selections of high-quality desserts.

7 Rio's Carnival World Buffet
Breakfast 8:00am-11:00am $14.99
Lunch 11:00am - 3:30pm $16.99
Dinner 3:30pm - 10:00pm nightly $24.99
Champagne Brunch Saturday and Sunday 8:00am - 3:30pm $24.99
Children four to eight years of age receive $4 off listed price.
Children three years of age or younger eat free.
702-252-7777

This buffet has often been voted by locals as the best in town. The buffet looks like an upscale food court, with stir-fries, Mexican taco fixings and accompaniments, Chinese fare, a Japanese sushi bar and teppanyaki grill, a Brazilian mixed grill, Italian pasta and antipasto, and fish-and-chips. There's even a diner setup for hot dogs, burgers, fries, and milkshakes. All this is in addition to the usual offerings of most Las Vegas buffets. An array of oven-fresh cakes, pies, and pastries (including sugar-free and low-fat desserts) is arranged in a palm-fringed circular display area, and there's also a make-your-own sundae bar. This buffet has, by far, the most choices of any buffet in Vegas. The prime rib was good, the Amazon Grille was quite unique and nice.

Nothing says Vegas excess like endless mounds of shrimp and prime rib. Until recently, The Mirage's buffet was one of the higher priced in town, but also one of the most reliable in terms of food quality. It's been eclipsed in the former category, but still holds true in the latter. Like most local buffets, flavors tend toward the middle-of-the-road--but at least here the road is a broader one. The ubiquitous carving station is complimented by a fajita station, an Asian station, and a pasta station. The pasta station features made-to-order sauces, starting with either a cream or tomato base. Note the standout salad bar, which features surprises like hummus, baba ghanou, and couscous, plus a variety of veggie-intensive dishes. And there's gefilte fish, which is not something commonly seen on a Vegas buffet. Put your plate-loading emphasis on the salad bar, with some selections from the aforementioned special stations. The already peeled shrimp was very fresh. They also have a great salad bar. Desserts are better than the foam-rubber average, including bread pudding, chewy peanut-butter cookies, and an unexpectedly intense chocolate mousse.

Everything about Cosmopolitan is different, including their buffet. The atmosphere is modern, chic, and sophisticated. Food is served in individual small portions on plates, but you can take as many as you like and create your own 10 course meal. While they did not have crab legs or shrimp cocktails, but you will find many nicely prepared dishes such as, sweet potato fries, gyros, great lamb ribs, dim sum (try the pork belly steamed buns), Korean beef, very tasty mini chicken pot pies, Steak with chimichurri sauce (very tender), excellent short ribs tossed with pasta, Kalbi beef, fried shrimp balls, risotto, sushi, huevos rancheros, and french toast stuffed with cinnamon apples and walnuts. Desert includes chocolate covered strawberries, apple dipped in chocolate, crepes, gelato, and fudge.

A particularly good buffet. Set up like the Rio buffet where there are foods from all over the world. Come for lunch, as a more affordable compromise, and you can take advantage of the better-than-average salads (they had one with white balsamic vinegar on our last visit that was quite good), plus an especially notable Mexican station, Middle Eastern specialties, and other fun goodies. Their soups are wonderful. Excellent cold boiled shrimp, steamed crab legs, sirloin, BBQ sweet/sour Chinese style ribs, new potatoes, asparagus, creme brule and made to order fruit crepes.

Cosmopolitan
The Wicked Spoon: breakfast $15.00, lunch $19.00, brunch $23.00, dinner $27.00. Everything about Cosmopolitan is different, including their buffet. The atmosphere is modern, chic, and sophisticated. Food is served in individual small portions on plates, but you can take as many as you like and create your own 10 course meal. While they did not have crab legs or shrimp cocktails, but you will find many nicely prepared dishes such as, sweet potato fries, gyros, great lamb ribs, dim sum (try the pork belly steamed buns), Korean beef, very tasty mini chicken pot pies, Steak with chimichurri sauce (very tender), excellent short ribs tossed with pasta, Kalbi beef, fried shrimp balls, risotto, sushi, huevos rancheros, and french toast stuffed with cinnamon apples and walnuts. Desert includes chocolate covered strawberries, apple dipped in chocolate, crepes, gelato, and fudge.

Excalibur
RoundTable Buffet: breakfast, 7:00 to 11 am, $14.99; lunch, 11 am to 3 pm, $15.99; dinner, 3 to 10 pm, $19.99. Kids 5-11 get $4 off. Free for children younger than 5. $24.99 All-Day buffet pass. Offers a carving station and basic buffet fixings such as prime rib, fried shrimp and chicken. Good breakfast selection. Excalibur strikes the perfect balance of cheap prices, forgettable decor, and adequate food. It's what you want in a cheap Vegas buffet. But they don't always have mashed potatoes or macaroni salad, which are essential for an archetypal buffet. The plates are large, so you don't have to make as many trips to the buffet tables. Buffet is a low cost buffet and still gives you the shrimp and prime rib that the more expensive ones do.

Four Seasons
Verandah Restaurant: Breakfast Buffet from 8 am to 1 pm Sat.-Sun., $36; Offers indoor and outdoor seating. Beautiful view and environment you would expect from the Four Seasons. Smaller selection, but very high quality items, such as omelets with crab and lobster meat, fruits, lox and bagels. The donut station is a must.

Harrah's
Flavors, The Buffet: breakfast, 7 to 11 am $15.99; lunch, 11 am to 3 pm, $17.99; and dinner, 3 to 10 pm, $24.99. Flavors features continuous live cooking stations, freshly prepared seafood, all-you-can-eat crab legs and fresh cut Prime Rib, plus an array of delectable side dishes, traditional comfort foods and a variety of pastries prepared to perfection. Flavors, The Buffet represents cuisines from around the world, including Churrasco, or Authentic Brazilian BBQ, pizzas and Italian casseroles prepared in a wood burning oven, fire-roasted rotisserie chicken, piping hot steamed crab legs and tasty Asian selections such as hand rolled-sushi, Maki Rolls and homemade wonton soup as well as traditional Southwestern dishes. Flavors is one of the most diverse buffets on the Las Vegas Strip. For dessert, Flavors features a gelato station with homemade sorbet, gelato and ice cream.

Above-average food combined with an extremely friendly staff makes this one of the better buffet choices. Excellent crab, prime rib and shrimp. The Chinese dishes were very good. The breakfast buffet was great. Omelets, bacon, biscuits and gravy and everything else.

Luxor
MORE, The Buffet at Luxor: breakfast, 7 to 11 am, $14.99; lunch, 11 am to 3 pm, $15.99; dinner, 3 to 10 pm, $19.99. Children younger than 4 are free. All You Can Eat All Day Weekend Brunch Pass $34.99 ($17.99 kids 5+), All You Can Eat All Day Weekend Brunch Pass $29.99 ($17.99 kids). Unlimited Wine or Draft Beer for $10 extra with purchase of an All-Day Pass or Dinner Buffet (for some, this is the best reason to go!). 30-foot salad bar, homemade pizza station, two carving stations, omelet station, and specialties from around the world.

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